What is memorable for the most part is the video quality of the 4K transfer. The new HDR/Dolby Vision Master is impressive with terrific details. The excellent color saturation, including dense black tones, makes for an enjoyable viewing experience overall. Some of the special effects suffer from the latest technology, and the collapsing tunnels seem a bit fake at times. The fiery explosion is also slightly "off" at times.
Equally as impressive is the DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. The explosion can not only be seen on screen, but the vibration can be felt as it rips through all the surround sound speakers. The dialogue is clean and crisp, and the dramatic soundtrack enhances the visuals beautifully. The only way the audio could have possibly been better is if it had been presented in Dolby Atmos.
Most of the previously released extras are housed on the Blu-ray Disc except for the commentary, which is on both discs in the combo pack. The extras include: Audio Commentary by Director Rob Cohen, The Making of Daylight, EPK Featurette, Whenever There Is Love: Music Video by Donna Summer and Bruce Roberts, and Theatrical Trailers.
Daylight is not an Earth-shattering movie by any stretch of the imagination, and even a lead like Stallone can't save it from its mediocre writing. However, the movie tapped into my inner childlike fears, and the result in my subconscious was terrifying. The technical aspects of this release are well done, but one would expect no less from Kino Lober as they are known for excellent quality with all their releases.
It just makes one wonder - if Kino Lober could create a terrific 4K release of this disaster/action thriller, what could they do with a film that is stronger from the beginning?
Grade: B-
